Kawasaki JNR 789-1000

Built by Kawasaki

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Weight

202 t

445,333 lb

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Overview of the Kawasaki JNR 789-1000

Explore the JNR 789-1000, an Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) designed for Japanese railways.

Built by Kawasaki, this striking locomotive belongs to the JNR 789 series and boasts a top speed of 140 km/h. Its formation includes 5 cars, with 2 power units (2M).

The JNR 789-1000 operates on a 1067 mm gauge, featuring a width of 2.93 meters and a height of 4.02 meters. Weighing 202 tons, it exemplifies robust Japanese railway engineering.

This notable EMU served with the Hokkaido Railway Company (JR Hokkaidō), showcasing advanced design and performance for its era.

Kawasaki JNR 789-1000 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	JNR 789
Built by	Kawasaki
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
Formation	5 cars (2M)
Width	2.93 m9 ft 7 in	9 ft 7 in
Height	4.02 m13 ft 2 in	13 ft 2 in
Weight	202 t445,333 lb	445,333 lb